This Chai Latte with Oat Milk is a comforting blend of bold tea, warm spices, and creamy oat milk. It’s smooth, slightly sweet, and full of cozy flavor like a hug in a cup. Whether you’re avoiding dairy or just love oat milk’s velvety texture, this homemade latte is a café-worthy treat you’ll make again and again.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Naturally dairy-free and vegan-friendly.
• Ready in 10 minutes — no espresso machine needed.
• Perfect balance of spice, creaminess, and sweetness.
• Costs less than your favorite coffee shop version.
• Customizable for any season (hot or iced).

Preparation and Cooking Time

Step	Time
Prep Time	5 minutes
Brew Time	5 minutes
Total Time	10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 black tea bag (or 1 tsp loose-leaf chai blend)
• ¾ cup oat milk (barista-style preferred)
• ½ cup water
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (or honey)
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
• ⅛ tsp ground cardamom
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract

Optional Swaps:

• Use almond milk or coconut milk for a flavor twist.
• Add a dash of nutmeg or ginger for extra warmth.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Bring water to a boil and steep the tea bag for 3–5 minutes.
2. In a small pan, warm oat milk with cinnamon and cardamom (don’t boil).
3. Stir in maple syrup and vanilla extract.
4. Remove the tea bag and pour the chai into a mug.
5. Froth or whisk the spiced oat milk until creamy.
6. Pour milk over tea and sprinkle with cinnamon.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with biscotti, banana bread, or cinnamon rolls.
• Add whipped coconut cream for extra indulgence.
• Enjoy iced in summer by pouring over cold brew tea and ice.

Quick Tips or Variations

• Add a shot of espresso for a Dirty Chai twist.
• Make it sugar-free with stevia or unsweetened oat milk.
• Store extra spiced milk in the fridge for up to 3 days.

FAQs

1. Is a chai latte with oat milk dairy-free?
Yes! Oat milk is plant-based, making this latte fully dairy-free and vegan-friendly.

2. Does oat milk make a good chai latte?
Absolutely — oat milk’s creamy texture pairs perfectly with chai’s warm spices, creating a silky, rich latte.

3. How do you make a chai latte with oat milk at home?
Steep black tea, warm oat milk with spices and sweetener, combine, and froth ready in 10 minutes!

4. Does a chai latte with oat milk have caffeine?
Yes, it has caffeine from the black tea, but much less than coffee.

Conclusion

This Chai Latte with Oat Milk is the perfect blend of spice, cream, and comfort without any dairy. Simple to make, naturally sweet, and endlessly cozy, it’s a mug of calm you’ll reach for all year long.

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